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Question 1 of 30

What year was actor Benedict Cumberbatch born?

1974

1976

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch was born July 19, 1976, to Timothy Carlton and Wanda Ventham in London, England.

1978

Question 2 of 30

Which British independent school did Benedict Cumberbatch attend?

Bedford School

Eton College

Harrow School

Benedict Cumberbatch attended Harrow School in London. The all-boys school was granted a royal charter in 1572 by Elizabeth I. Harrow School alumni include seven British prime ministers and the poet Lord Byron.

Both of Benedict Cumberbatch's parents are veteran actors. In fact, Timothy Carlton and Wanda Ventham have appeared as his character's parents in the "Sherlock" television series.

FALSE

Question 4 of 30

Where did Benedict Cumberbatch spend a year volunteering as an English teacher?

India

Benedict Cumberbatch spent a year in Darjeeling, India, teaching English in a Tibetan Buddhist monastery.

South Africa

Thailand

Question 5 of 30

Which character from Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" did Benedict Cumberbatch play as one of his first acting roles?

Puck

Demetrius

Titania

Benedict Cumberbatch played Titania in a school production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" as one of his first roles.

Question 6 of 30

Which British physicist did Benedict Cumberbatch play in a 2004 television movie produced by the BBC?

Freeman Dyson

Stephen Hawking

In the 2004 television movie "Hawking," Benedict Cumberbatch played the British physicist Stephen Hawking. In preparation for his role Cumberbatch met with Stephen Hawking several times and subsequently provided the voice of the physicist in two Discovery Channel specials.

Peter Higgs

Question 7 of 30

What is the first feature film Benedict Cumberbatch appears in?

"Starter for 10"

Benedict Cumberbatch appeared in his first feature film "Starter for 10" in 2006. Cumberbatch would later appear with "Starter for 10" co-stars James McAvoy, Alice Eve and Rebecca Hall in separate films.

"Atonement"

"The Other Boleyn Girl"

Question 8 of 30

On Nov. 10, 2015, Benedict Cumberbatch was honored with the title CBE, which is an acronym for what term?

Community of British Entertainers

Cooperative of Bold Englishmen

Commander of the Order of the British Empire

Benedict Cumberbatch was awarded the title Commander of the Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II on Nov. 10, 2015.

Question 9 of 30

Benedict Cumberbatch was once abducted by armed gunmen.

TRUE

While filming the miniseries "To the Ends of the Earth" on location in South Africa, Benedict Cumberbatch and two friends were abducted at gunpoint. Cumberbatch and his friends were released the next day without explanation. In a 2012 interview Cumberbatch says, "It's made me want to live a life slightly less ordinary."

FALSE

Question 10 of 30

Which character does Benedict Cumberbatch play in the British television series "Fortysomething?"

Paul Slippery

Rory Slippery

Benedict Cumberbatch plays character Rory Slippery in the British television series "Fortysomething." Actor Hugh Laurie stars in the series as Paul Slippery, the father of Cumberbatch's character.

Daniel Slippery

Question 11 of 30

Benedict Cumberbatch appeared in which 2007 film co-starring James McAvoy and Keira Knightley?

"Atonement"

Benedict Cumberbatch appeared in "Atonement" in 2007 with co-stars James McAvoy and Keira Knightley. The film won the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture-Drama.

"Amazing Grace"

"Inseparable"

Question 12 of 30

Where did Benedict Cumberbatch attend college?

Oxford University

Cambridge University

Manchester University

Benedict Cumberbatch studied drama at the University of Manchester. In a 2010 interview, Cumberbatch says of his time at University, "I wanted something a bit more racy, a bit more different, a bit more egalitarian. I had a thoroughly healthy, and unhealthy, mix of friends."

Question 13 of 30

In the comedy radio series "Cabin Pressure," Benedict Cumberbatch plays Martin Crieff. What is Crieff's profession?

Flight attendant

Aircraft mechanic

Pilot

Benedict Cumberbatch plays Capt. Martin Crieff, an airline pilot in the radio series "Cabin Pressure."

Question 14 of 30

Benedict Cumberbatch plays the voice of which dragon in "The Hobbit" trilogy?

Smaug

Benedict Cumberbatch plays the voice of the dragon Smaug in "The Hobbit" trilogy. To promote the final film of the trilogy, Cumberbatch provided the voice of Smaug for a mock interview on the Dec. 11, 2014, episode of "The Colbert Report."

"The Imitation Game" stars Benedict Cumberbatch as real-life mathematician and cryptanalyst Alan Turing. Turing and several associates were responsible for breaking the German Enigma code during World War II. The film won the Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay in 2015.

Question 16 of 30

In a stage production of "Frankenstein," Benedict Cumberbatch played Victor Frankenstein and his monster on alternating nights.

TRUE

In Danny Boyle's production of "Frankenstein" at the Royal National Theatre, Benedict Cumberbatch played both Victor Frankenstein and his monster on alternating nights. The roles, which were shared with co-star Jonny Lee Miller, earned the pair an Olivier Award for Best Actor.

FALSE

Question 17 of 30

Which Impressionist artist did Benedict Cumberbatch play in a 2010 BBC television movie?

Which award-winning television series stars Benedict Cumberbatch as an eccentric detective?

"Elementary"

"Sherlock"

Benedict Cumberbatch plays the eccentric Sherlock Holmes in the modernized television series "Sherlock." The show has won seven Primetime Emmy Awards including Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries, Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries and Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries.

"Poirot"

Question 19 of 30

Benedict Cumberbatch earned a Master of Arts degree in which field of study?

Classical acting

After graduating from the University of Manchester, Benedict Cumberbatch earned a Master of Arts degree in Classical Acting from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.

Theatre directing

Musical directing

Question 20 of 30

Which 2013 film featured Benedict Cumberbatch as WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange?

"Underground: The Julian Assange Story"

"We Steal Secrets"

"The Fifth Estate"

Benedict Cumberbatch played WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange in the 2013 movie "The Fifth Estate." During pre-production, Julian Assange sent a letter to Cumberbatch and requested he not take part in the film.

Question 21 of 30

Benedict Cumberbatch plays the spy Peter Guillam in "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy," which is based on a book by which author?

Robert Ludlum

John le Carré

The 2011 movie "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy" is based on the book of the same title by author John le Carré. To prepare for his role as Peter Guillam, Benedict Cumberbatch traveled to the same Moroccan city where his character was stationed. Cumberbatch says of the experience, "I was wandering around the streets at night, thinking what it must be like to know that every turn could be my last."

Ian Fleming

Question 22 of 30

Which character does Benedict Cumberbatch voice in the 2014 animated feature film "Penguins of Madagascar?"

Agent Classified

Benedict Cumberbatch plays the voice of Agent Classified in the 2014 animated movie "Penguins of Madagascar." Filmmakers made Classified left-handed as a nod to the left-handed actor who played his voice.

In 2011 Benedict Cumberbatch played Maj. Jamie Stewart in the movie "War Horse" directed by Steven Spielberg. The film was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

"Hugo"

Question 24 of 30

When did Benedict Cumberbatch marry theater director Sophie Hunter?

2013

2014

2015

Benedict Cumberbatch married theater director Sophie Hunter on Feb. 14, 2015. The Valentine's Day ceremony was held at the 12th century St. Peter and St. Paul's Church on the Isle of Wight.

Question 25 of 30

Which film does Benedict Cumberbatch appear in opposite Chris Pine, Karl Urban and Zoe Saldana?

"Star Trek Into Darkness"

In "Star Trek Into Darkness" Benedict Cumberbatch plays the villain Khan opposite Chris Pine, Karl Urban and Zoe Saldana. Cumberbatch recorded his screen test for the film in his friend's kitchen using an iPhone.

"Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit"

"This Means War"

Question 26 of 30

Which character does Benedict Cumberbatch play in the Academy Award-winning film "12 Years a Slave?"

Judge Turner

Mr. Moon

William Ford

In the movie "12 Years a Slave" Benedict Cumberbatch plays slave owner William Ford. The film is based on the true story of Solomon Northup and won three Oscars in 2014, including Best Motion Picture of the Year.

Question 27 of 30

In the 2015 film "Black Mass," Benedict Cumberbatch plays the brother of which real-life organized crime boss?

Meyer Lansky

James Bulger

In the 2015 movie "Black Mass" Benedict Cumberbatch plays William Bulger, the brother of Boston crime boss James "Whitey" Bulger.

John Gotti

Question 28 of 30

How many feature films did Benedict Cumberbatch appear in during 2013?

three

four

five

Benedict Cumberbatch appeared in five feature films in 2013, not including a made-for-television movie.

Question 29 of 30

Benedict Cumberbatch's grandfather was a decorated officer of the Royal Air Force.

TRUE

FALSE

Benedict Cumberbatch's grandfather, Henry Carlton Cumberbatch, was a decorated submarine officer of the Royal Navy. The elder Cumberbatch served in the Royal Navy from 1917-1945, spanning both World Wars.

Question 30 of 30

Which Marvel Comics hero is Benedict Cumberbatch scheduled to play in a 2016 feature film?

Dr. Doom

Dr. Strange

Benedict Cumberbatch will play the lead character in Marvel's "Doctor Strange," slated to open in U.S. theaters Nov. 4, 2016.